Veterinary Technician Jobs in Grafton, MA

A Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in the veterinary industry, providing essential support to veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals with various health issues. They are responsible for performing a variety of procedures, such as drawing blood, administering medication, preparing animals and equipment for surgery, and assisting during surgical procedures. Veterinary Technicians also conduct laboratory tests and interpret the results, monitor anesthesia and recovery, and educate pet owners on pet care and health issues. They work in a range of settings, including veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research facilities, and zoos.

Before becoming a Veterinary Technician, a person may work as a veterinary assistant, animal caretaker, or kennel attendant. To qualify as a Veterinary Technician, one must possess an associate's degree in veterinary technology from an accredited institution. Some regions require Veterinary Technicians to pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) to become licensed or certified. Additionally, they should have strong technical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine love for animals. They should also be capable of handling stressful situations and making quick decisions in emergency situations.

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Vet Tech

  • Holmes Family Vet
  • Walpole, MA (21 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Walpole, MA (21 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 13 days ago

We are seeking an experienced certified veterinary technician to join our team and become part of our dynamic practice....

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Veterinary Technician - Overnight ER

  • Mass-RI Veterinary ER
  • Greenville, RI (23 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Greenville, RI (23 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 19 days ago

Description: Calling all ER Overnight Veterinary Technicians!!...

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Operations Technician II

  • rEVO Biologics, Inc.
  • Charlton, MA (15 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Charlton, MA (15 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

SPECIFIC POSITION DUTIES (RESPONSIBILITIES, TASKS, ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS) Daily animal care activities to include: feeding, animal observations/identification of clinical concerns, and nail trimming Husbandry...

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Veterinary Technician/Assistant

  • Vetcor
  • Sturbridge, MA (23 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sturbridge, MA (23 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Who we are Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!...

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Full-Time Veterinary Technician - Wellesley-Natick Veterinary Hospital

  • PetVet Care Centers
  • Natick, MA (17 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Natick, MA (17 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or the Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) preferred....

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Veterinary Technician II Anesthesia

  • Tufts University
  • Grafton, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Grafton, MA
  • 1 day ago

Routinely perform technical duties such as IV catheter placement, intubation, medical calculations, pain assessments and drug administration....

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Veterinary Technician II - Division of A

  • Tufts University
  • North Grafton, MA (1 mile from Grafton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Grafton, MA (1 mile from Grafton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

To do this, DAR develops and implements a high-quality program of animal care and use to enable the teaching and research activities of the school....

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Operations Technician - Animal Facility

  • LFB USA, Inc.
  • Charlton, MA (15 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Charlton, MA (15 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

SPECIFIC POSITION DUTIES (RESPONSIBILITIES, TASKS, ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS): ~Daily animal care activities to include: feeding, animal observations/identification of clinical concerns, and nail trimming...

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Surgical Veterinary Technician

  • Animal Wellness Center
  • Franklin, MA (16 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Franklin, MA (16 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Position Overview As a Surgical Vet Tech / Veterinary Technician, you will play a critical role in surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative recovery....

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Lab Animal Care Technician

  • Tufts University
  • North Grafton, MA (1 mile from Grafton, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • North Grafton, MA (1 mile from Grafton, MA)
  • 12 days ago

What You'll Do The Laboratory Animal Care Technician is a vital member of the integrated team responsible for the care of animals in the DAR....

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Veterinary Technician I - Small Animal I

  • Tufts University
  • North Grafton, MA (1 mile from Grafton, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • North Grafton, MA (1 mile from Grafton, MA)
  • 13 days ago

What You'll Do Under the direct guidance of a senior veterinary technician or veterinarian the Inpatient Medicine Veterinary Technician I is responsible for providing high quality nursing care and performing...

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Veterinary Technician I - Treatment

  • Tufts University
  • North Grafton, MA (1 mile from Grafton, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • North Grafton, MA (1 mile from Grafton, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Overview The Large Animal Hospital provides high quality medical/ surgical care to inpatient, outpatient, and critical emergency large animal cases. The Veterinary Assistants of the large animal...

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Veterinary Technician II - Large Animal

  • Tufts University
  • North Grafton, MA (1 mile from Grafton, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • North Grafton, MA (1 mile from Grafton, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Overview The Large Animal Hospital provides high quality medical/ surgical care to inpatient, outpatient, and critical emergency large animal cases. The Veterinary Assistants of the large animal...

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Veterinary Technician - Oncology

  • BluePearl Vet, LLC
  • Framingham, MA (15 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (15 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 14 days ago

.** BluePearl Pet Hospital in Framingham, MA is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our Oncology team!...

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Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Veterinary Practice Partners
  • Needham, MA (22 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Needham, MA (22 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 14 days ago

Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners....

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Virtual Work Experience and Exploring the Veterinary Profession
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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Grafton, MA

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Grafton, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.8%
Associate's Degree
27.6%
High School or GED
19.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Technicians in Grafton, MA
Less than 1 year
50.3%
None
20.2%
1-2 years
17.5%
2-4 years
10.4%
4-6 years
1.6%


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